2007 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 255 kg more than 2007 BMW X3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2007 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X3 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | X3 | Ducato |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 19.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |